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Plains of Passage PDF Book PLAINS OF PASSAGE PDF, EPUB, EBOOK Jean M. Auel | 896 pages | 01 Apr 2002 | Bantam Doubleday Dell Publishing Group Inc | 9780553289411 | English | New York, United States Plains of Passage PDF Book She doesn't usually act like she has low self-esteem except in weird little pockets where she conveniently remembers being raised as Different ; she seems pretty confident and headstrong and willing to tackle supposedly insurmountable odds to help people. Ayla deserves better. They went toward the smoke, hoping to find friendly people. The compelling story continues to make the reader personally involved with the characters. Next up are the Losadunai, who live at the edge of the glacier Jondalar and Ayla must cross to get to his home. However, Jondalar and Ayla stunned everyone by returning. There is danger as they cross the glacier at the end of the winter. He was ready to attack! May 27, Herman Labuschagne rated it really liked it. Our great ancestors if any other form of humans still exist, excuse me , would undoubtedly consider the Neanderthal, roaming beasts and they the first inhabitants think us the interlopers, devils for sure after all living , years is quite an accomplishment in this captivating, exotic paradise nevertheless in fact a treacherous territory, the hairy men had a right to that opinion It's one thing to convey something being boring; it's another thing entirely to bore the readers. Why they couldn't ask him about why Ayla's original parents might be based on where she ended up with the Clan I cannot say. Welcome back. I had hoped for more excitement as Jondalar met some of these people back in "Valley", but nope, it is all an Ayla-brag-fest. Nov 10, Stef rated it liked it. To decide to read the entire series is a commitment, but one that is worth it. Average rating 4. Well Written!! This part of the trip was relatively uneventful. The whole book seems to be about them moving across Europe solving everyone's problems and saving the day. Women can't lead--they would only throw men in a concentration-like camp. And of course just like every other book, a lot of the pages are taken up by rambles that fill in research and history and scenery. Along the way, Jondalar became skilled at controlling Racer , and he continued to refine the lighter spears that he used with the spear-thrower that he had invented in the The Valley of Horses. The tall man's explanation for the strange behavior of the animals was too simple, but he was interested. Other editions. Wasn't this supposed to be an empowering novel about how great and awesome and respected women are? Yeah, Ayla's smart, and her experience with the Clan has given her valuable insight, but like with the land-description, Ayla's 'genius' gets to be repetitive as well. They traverse a vast continent, diffic. There is a LOT of repetition in this book. Obviously this does not apply for any rephotography I have made of existing photographs and diagrams from other people, in which case copyright remains with the original photographer or artist. This is a good story as they are traveling through the world back to France and spreading all this new knowledge to people. Not a good read unless you're invested in the characters. She receiv Jean M. Jondalar complaining about it a lot helped reinforce that even though it was annoying. I will definitely recommend this book to historical, historical fiction lovers. There are no advertisements on my site. The people were gone for the summer, but the couple's need to replenish their supplies and repair their damaged gear was great. There are no discussion topics on this book yet. Time and again, Ayla wants one thing and Jondalar complains. Readers also enjoyed. Jun 04, Nina rated it really liked it. Once, Ayla fell into a crevasse and was nearly lost. They were so lovely in book 2 but now Earth's Children 4. But on the other hand I also want to see how it all plays out He'd been eying the spirited stallion, and the tall man who was controlling him. An often stated criticism of The Plains of Passage is that it focuses too much on describing the plants, animals, and landscapes of the story. Of course, she also insists on staying long enough to treat those who have been injured and neglected, before they leave to continue their Journey. Plains of Passage Writer To view it, click here. Ayla Jondalar. And I don't think Lutie would have allowed it. They had to make boots for the animals to protect their feet from the sharp ice, and they ran out of fuel and water. The scene with the horse people who had enslaved all the men and the women were ruling was weird and could have been cut. If Ayla has a flaw, it is the "I don't realize how beautiful I am" curse yes, even after all this time with Jondalar and the bajillion men saying how gorgeous she is, Ayla still thinks she is "Big and Ugly". In a brilliant novel as vividly authentic and entertaining as those that came before, Jean M. C'mon, I love his being such a dumb Next in my reread of this series, and this is where I intended to stop. As Ayla and Jondalar continue their journey they run into those same young men who have attacked a Clan flathead man and woman. Nov 10, Stef rated it liked it. Well, l Let's start saying that I loved the first three books of this serie. Sure, there was stuff that wasn't as bad as "Mammoth Hunters", but there were other parts that just made me want to do physical damage. The Mammoth Hunters. Other editions. I get it. May 27, Herman Labuschagne rated it really liked it. The book is a quiet story without any one particularly exciting dramatic point. I'd have to say my biggest gripe is surprisingly not what I mentioned above, but Jondalar going on and on about how much he loves Ayla, how he would not want to live without her, etc etc. However, they were not very competent hunters, and because Attaroa forbade them to gather, food was scarce even during the season of plenty. She received honorary degrees from her alma mater, as well as the University of Maine and the Mount Vernon College for Women. Related Articles. Plains of Passage Reviews Auel Submitted by: Jane Kivik. Auel ,. If you already read one of the 1st three books you know how much Auel loves to put tooons of details in her descriptions -and you'd be aware of her sex scenes, which to me were a little bit too much! Other than that, it's an excuse for pages of further dry description of the environment of the regions they're travelling through, and more bad sex scenes. Earth's Children is a trademark of Jean M. Aided by the horses domesticated by Ayla and her pet wolf, the duo hunt and gather their way westward. I would have preferred more maps and less topographical descriptions as it demands a lot of concentration to paint a mental picture. Frozen Fire by Tim Bowler. Back to Don's Maps. He is thrown into a holding area, not fed, treated with disdain, etc. Dec 09, Calista rated it really liked it Recommends it for: historical fiction lovers. Shelves: wall-bangers , palaeolithicm-tobce-ficti. At this point, it's getting old. She glanced at her companion with a worried frown, then looked for the wolf again, straining to see through the blowing dust. I hope Jondalar is strong enough to stand up for the woman he loves. May 14, Barbara rated it it was amazing Shelves: jean-m-auel. That afternoon, Ayla examined Roshario's arm and saw that it had begun to heal. Reading about Pleasures stopped being a pleasure for me after about the third or so intimate scene. Everything from the last three books is repeated numerous times. Take a gander at those mammoths over there! Just finished this book, for the um-teenth time, and about to start page one of The Shelters of Stone. You can teach them if you find them young and take care of them. But that conflict was pretty much resolved last book with his "Big Fight" with Ayla. The ways and habits of the animals are masterfully described - especially that of Wolf, who becomes a lovable character in his own right in this volume. Want to Read Currently Reading Read. No major occurrences advance the plot, there are no big problems for the characters to solve, and the relationship between Ayla and Jondalar remains exactly the same, and neither of them develops as characters. Apr 23, Swankivy rated it it was ok. I look forward to reading the last book in the series. She even jokes, "Well, I belong to you, don't I? Or the "I have to save someone no matter the cost" but don't worry--unlike in "Clan of the Cave Bear" where Ayla wasn't able to save someone, Ayla never has that problem here! Also, Ayla comes across as bit of a Mary Sue character because she has invented and discovered so many things. This part of the trip was relatively uneventful. This section of the book could easily be cut right out and you wouldn't miss anything for it.
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